Chelsea and Man City chasing Christian Eriksen

Tottenham star Christian Eriksen is reportedly being targeted by Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester City.

The Danish ace is out of contract at Spurs in 2020 and appears a long way from agreeing a new deal with the club.

According to Spanish outlet AS, La Liga giants Real Madrid are seriously considering making a move for the playmaker.

But the Mirror says they expect to face significant pressure from Chelsea and Manchester City who are determined to keep Eriksen in England.

Europe's top teams are chasing Christian Eriksen (Pic: GETTY)

Higuain to Chelsea all agreed

Gonzalo Higuain's proposed move to Chelsea is more or less a done deal, according to Sky Italia journalist Fabrizio Romano.

Romano posted on his Instagram: "Gonzalo Higuain from Milan to Chelsea, here we go! ������✅

"Agreement reached between Juventus and Chelsea for Higuain: loan + buy option for 6 months; it can be extended as loan also for one year more (2019/2020 season) if Higuain will get some steps with Chelsea (caps, goals, team targets).

"Also Milan are ready to give the final OK for Higuain to Chelsea, the Blues will always pay the total wage of the Argentinian striker during the loan.

"Gonzalo is now buzzing to re-join Maurizio Sarri and start his first experience in Premier League. Just final details missing and then... Higuain will sign as new Chelsea player!"

West Ham consider Maxi Gomez as Marko Arnautovic replacement

West Ham have added Maxi Gomez to their list of potential targets to replace Marko Arnautovic, according to the Dail Mail.

The 22-year-old Uruguayan has scored nine goals this season for Celta Vigo but has a £45m buy-out clause.

The Hammers attempted to negotiate a deal for Gomez in the summer but felt the striker was overpriced.

Celta are only two points above La Liga’s relegation zone but Gomez is their star man with five assists alongside his nine goals.

West Ham are eyeing Celta Vigo's Maxi Gomez (Pic: GETTY)

Origi could replace injured Kane

Tottenham are reportedly considering Divock Origi as a potential solution in their bid to survive without Harry Kane.

According to The Telegraph, Origi may be a solution amid Kane’s ankle ligaments injury as he fits the bill of what Tottenham need.

Mauricio Pochettino is said to have always been a fan of West Brom’s Jay Rodriguez, who he managed at Southampton, and Spurs are tracking Hull star Jarrod Bowen.

But Origi is considered the right age at just 23 and has the necessary profile.

The Belgium international only has 18 months left on his contract and would not cost a fortune.

However, whether Liverpool would be willing to potentially strengthen one of the two sides chasing them for the title remains to be seen.

Divock Origi would fit the bill of what Tottenham are after amid Harry Kane's injury (Pic: GETTY)

Leeds could lose Clarke to Arsenal

Arsenal are preparing a formal offer to lure Jack Clarke away from Leeds United, according to Football Insider.

Tottenham are keen on the Leeds star too, while Liverpool and Manchester City are said to be weighing up moves.

The Gunners are aiming to take advantage of his situation at Elland Road which seems to be somewhat of a contract stand-off.

In November 2017, Clarke signed his first professional contract with Leeds, having risen up through their youth ranks.

But even now, he remains one of the first-team squad’s lowest earners, despite his growing appeal.

Despite the interest and Clarke’s importance to the side now, Leeds are not prepared to hold talks over an improved deal until the end of the season at the earliest.

Jack Clarke is admired at Arsenal, who are poised to make a formal offer for the Leeds talent (Pic: GETTY)

Coutinho to Chelsea theory

Barcelona could be tempted to sell Philippe Coutinho to Chelsea if they offer Willian-plus-cash, it has been suggested.

With the 26-year-old reported to be in a state of unrest in Spain, offering him a leading role in Chelsea’s midfield could be appealing.

Willian’s future is somewhat unclear with Barcelona long-term admirers of the 30-year-old who has 18 months left on his contract.

The Guardian add Willian could ‘no doubt’ serve as a tempting makeweight in any deal for Coutinho as Barcelona have a long-serving interest.

Whether the former Liverpool man would want to sign for Chelsea is another matter.

Barcelona may be tempted if Chelsea were to offer Willian and cash for Philippe Coutinho (Pic: GETTY)

£31m West Ham bid for Piatek snubbed

West Ham reportedly had a £31m bid rejected on Tuesday by Genoa for highly-coveted Krzysztof Piatek.

The Hammers appear to have entered the hunt for Genoa’s No.9 as they look for a replacement for Marko Arnautovic.

Bournemouth’s Callum Wilson is high on their wishlist, while Chelsea duo Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud have also been linked as potential targets.

Piatek is also admired at the London Stadium, though, and West Ham chanced their arm yesterday with a £31m offer.

The bid was turned down by Genoa, though, according to Italian journalist Alfredo Pedulla.

West Ham are not far off the Italian club’s asking price for Piatek, however, which is around the £40m mark including £5m in bonuses.

West Ham are keen on Genoa striker Piatek and made a bid worth £31m (Pic: GETTY)

Chelsea close on Gonzalo Higuain

Chelsea are closing in on a swoop for AC Milan striker Gonzalo Higuain.

Maurizio Sarri is desperate to sign the 31-year-old striker, who is on a season-long loan at the San Siro from Juventus.

The negotiations have been tricky for Chelsea because of the number of clubs involved but reports in Italy suggest a switch is imminent.

According to CalcioMercato, Higuain could depart AC Milan in the coming hours.

That is because the Rossoneri have reportedly intensified their efforts to sign Krzysztof Piatek as a replacement.

Transfer news: Chelsea are closing on Gonzalo Higuain (Pic: GETTY)

James Rodriguez future

James Rodriguez faces a battle to earn a permanent transfer to Bayern Munich amid speculation he could be heading to Arsenal.

The Colombia international is nearing the end of a two-year loan spell at the Allianz Arena from Real Madrid.

Bayern Munich have a €42m option to keep Rodriguez on a full-time basis but it is unclear whether to plan to keep him.

When asked if a decision has been made, sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic said: “We look at the second half of the season and we will draw the right conclusions.”

It has been suggested they could activate the clause before immediately selling Rodriguez to generate a quick profit.

But Salihamidzic warned: “This is not the style of Bayern. If we decide for a seasoned player, then he also remains part of Bayern.”